[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Camera
ISP
The chip block that processes photos/video from the camera sensor before you see them.
Also known as:
Image Signal Processor
Image processor
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
ISP (image signal processor) handles demosaicing, HDR merging, noise reduction, and video encoding from the sensor. SoCs list Max camera resolution: 1x 48MP under Multimedia (ISP).
A strong ISP + NPU is why flagship photos look better than raw sensor specs suggest.
Where ISP Matters
Smartphones
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISP?
The chip block that processes photos/video from the camera sensor before you see them.
What terms are related to ISP?
Related Camera terms include Megapixel, NPU, 4K Video, RAW Photos.
Related Technical Terms
Megapixel
One million pixels in a camera sensor; more MP can mean more detail, but sensor size matters more.
Camera
NPU
A dedicated AI accelerator for photo, voice, and on-device machine learning.
Performance
4K Video
Video at 3840×2160 (2160p), offering four times the detail of 1080p.
Camera
RAW Photos
Unprocessed sensor data files that preserve maximum detail for editing.
Camera